Thanks for the link kelvin it sure sounds interesting. 

Scott
Zl1chm n0hok

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On 30/12/2013, at 11:06 PM, Kelvin Marsh <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Hi All,
> 
> The Alianza DxB was mentioned in the Emerging Technologies section of the
> January Practical Wireless.  The DxB is described as a docking station that
> turns your smart phone into a two way handheld transmitter, and will cover
> the amateur VHF and UHF allocation.  Reading the details at:
> 
> http://www.alianzahd.com/
> 
> I believe the docking station is a bumper style case that you fit around the
> phone.  It will work with iPhones, including the iPod, Android, and
> Blackberry.  
> 
> The exciting prospect for a blind amateur, is that the Apple and Android
> phones have built in accessibility, opening up the possibility of having a
> fully accessible VHF/UHF handheld.
> 
> The DxB app runs on the phone, in the background, and the website states it
> will be available soon.  I will attempt to contact them about use with Voice
> Over etc.
> 
> Best wishes, Kelvin Marsh - M0AID
> 
> Working to improve accessibility for radio amateurs with disabilities
> 
> www.active-elements.org
> 
> For accessibility evaluations of amateur equipment and MP3 manuals
>